Geotechnical Engineer
Driven critical thinker with experience effectively managing midsize to large projects ($500 K – $11 M). Proficient in selecting the most efficient soil improvement method and foundation type for different structures. Fully acquainted with various types of testing for soil characterization. Valuable experience revising and interpreting specifications for different geotechnical techniques. Project Management experience controlling execution and mitigating project risk. Effectively report project status to stakeholders and Senior Management in a timely and clear fashion. Proven track record contracting and managing multiple engineering firms such as Terracon, HNTB, Geosintect, PSI and GEI. Strong understanding of foundation, soils and cost management valuable to evaluate and identify the most technical and cost feasible foundation, soil improvement, or earth retention system. Fluent in English and Spanish.
Professional Experience
THE JUDY COMPANY, INC.
2005 TO PRESENT
Geotechnical contracting company since 1922. Recognized as the first company in the USA to complete a foundation grouting project and the first one to build a soil nail wall in the Midwest.
Project Manager / Project Engineer 2008 TO PRESENT
I successfully negotiated $6M in change orders increasing contract amount by 100%. Use excellent understanding of project requirements including, biding, designing, quality control, contracting, scheduling, safety, change identification, and working with consultants. Skillfully work with consultants preparing, presenting and negotiating Request For Equitable Adjustment
-Identify the right techniques to use on different scenarios and propose alternatives
-Find and prepare Request for Proposal for new projects
-Complete designs for earth retention systems and micropiles
-Select and manage subcontractors. Actively manage the project budget and resources
-Act as Project Manager responsible for project procurement
-Manage Engineering and construction subcontractors
-Develop an effective plan for controlling the project scope and schedule, and monitor the project execution to ensure adherence to the plan
-Evaluate the project risks and the required mitigation approaches
-Develop written status forms, reports, and create and present project review documents
-Gather and use lessons learned for the benefit of future projects and the development of the team
QC – Field Engineer
2005 TO 2008
Verified that construction projects met the required quality standarts specified for each. Analyzed problems and proposed solutions. Operated and calibrated testing equipment. Provided information to Senior Engineer and assisted making decisions to successfully implement needed changes
-Conducted field testing including soil and rock borings, test pits, SPT, CPT, CSL, WPT
-Assisted superintendents with technical decisions and contract interpretation
-Prepared progress and completion reports
-Verified material requirements and managed inventory
-Reviewed high-level deliverables across projects to minimize risk exposure
Additional Experience
DRURY UNIVERSITY
2003 TO 2005
Recognized in the 2014 Edition of best colleges and regional universities in the Midwest
Graduate Assistant
-Audited loans
-Maintained records of students financial aid application and requirements
-Supervised undergrad students working at the financial office
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